Biz 417 | The Magazine for Business in the Ozarks

An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Read recommendations for the future of Springfield, Missouri, guided by survey responses from the local business community.

Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

After years of leading health care expansions in Kansas City, Taylor Warwick embraces new opportunities as COO of Mercy Springfield Communities—and looks forward to diving into life in the Ozarks.

A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

For the past 100 years, A&B Cycle has been a mainstay in Springfield, Missouri. Its continuous commitment to serving its customers—from loyal cyclists to new riders—has solidified its spot providing 417-landers with a way to get outdoors.

On the Rise

Keeping College Station Theater Local

With many changes over the past 15 years, Paul Tillman and his dad, Scott, have decided to keep the ownership and operation of College Station Theater local.

Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

A new placemaking effort is underway on Medical Mile, that 2.8-mile stretch between two giant health care systems on National Avenue in Springfield, Missouri. Better Block SGF is ready to tackle a very long challenge.

Networking in the Ozarks

Find out where to meet and network with other business leaders in Springfield and southwest Missouri.

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The Future of Blackwell's Fine Men's Clothiers

New owners of Blackwell’s Fine Men’s Clothiers, Jeff and Lindsay Seifried, plan for the future of men’s apparel needs.

mar 2023 | Biz Style, Shopping, Style

Strategy

4 Innovative Strategies for Game-Changing Growth

Chief Growth Officer for Volt Credit Union Jacqueline Post shares four innovative strategies for embracing and accelerating growth in your...

feb 08 2023 | Communication, Leadership
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Advice & Whiskey with Michael Cho

Restaurateur Michael Cho moved to 417-land in 2002 to help open and run the Argentina Steakhouse. From there, he went on to director roles...

jan 2023 | Advice & Whiskey, Communication, Companies, Leadership

Small Businesses

About Veterans Upward Bound

The Veterans Upward Bound program, which has been helping local veterans navigate college enrollment for the past five years, is expanding.

jan 2023 | Charity

Owners of Cherry Picker Package x Fare in Springfield MO

Small Businesses

A Developing Story: How Pickwick and Cherry Has Changed

Property development is a hot topic in Springfield, Missouri. We sat down with Amanda and Ryan Owen to ask about their experience.

jan 2023 | People, Q&A

Culture

Bringing Joy to Staffers with Foster Adopt Connect

Executive Director of FosterAdopt Connect shares a fun and simple way to bring joy to staffers, while also supporting the community.

jan 2023 | Charity, Coffee, Leadership

Leadership

Clay Goddard's New Mission

Clay Goddard has been collaborating with leaders at Burrell Behavioral Health for three decades. Now, he’s leading the health network’s 94...

jan 2023 | Health, Leadership

Culture

Creating Community with SGFCO

SGFCO’s Gen Z and Millennial-geared outings give young 417-landers a community and sense of belonging. But can they keep young talent from...

jan 2023 | Communication, Companies, Leadership

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How Noah Alldredge Juggles 3 Businesses

Serial entrepreneur Noah Alldredge offers tips on how to run multiple businesses without losing your mind.

sep 2019 | Companies, People, Strategy

OMG Commerce team at work at their office in Springfield MO

Culture

How OMG Commerce Landed on Inc.’s Best Places to Work in 2019

Finding the right people and giving them the training opportunities to grow and communicate openly are two keys to OMG Commerce’s company...

sep 2019 | Communication, Companies

The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing in Springfield, MO

Strategy

How The Barley House Changed Directions to Meet Consumer Demands

When The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing opened, the venue made a hard shift in its plans. The ability to change to meet client demands...

sep 2019 | Strategy, Wedding Venue

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How the Fletch App Helps Professors with Student Attendance

Marquett Burton is bringing his app concept, Fletch, to life with the help of the efactory's accelerator program, Cohort 4.

sep 2019 | Education, Entrepreneur, Strategy, Technology

Green screen studio at Splitverse in Springfield MO

Startups

Mixed Reality Puts Virtual Reality Players in the Game

Virtual reality gaming is rising in popularity, yet the industry is still relatively small, making it ripe for entrepreneurial startups....

sep 2019 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Technology

Richard Harris of Moonbeam Development in Springfield, MO

Meet the Maker

Moonbeam Development Problem-Solves for Their Clients

When businesses feel lost in the mobile-first environment, technology company Moonbeam Development is ready with a guiding ray.

sep 2019 | Meet the Maker, People, Technology

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Peek Inside Volt Credit Union's Headquarters

Volt Credit Union wants to separate itself from traditional banks, so they enlisted the help of Buxton Kubik Dodd Design Collective to...

sep 2019 | Companies, Design, Financial, Workspaces

Zach Fortner, Owner of Pineapple Whip in Springfield MO, inside a Pineapple Whip cart

Family-Owned

Pineapple Whip's Been Whipping Up Summer Since 1974

Three tropical concessions topped with hula girls signal summer’s arrival in Springfield. Pineapple Whip’s sweet success story began at the...

sep 2019 | Companies, Food, Next Gen, People

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An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Read recommendations for the future of Springfield, Missouri, guided by survey responses from the local business community.

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Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

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A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

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Keeping College Station Theater Local

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Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

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A Developing Story: How Pickwick and Cherry Has Changed

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